2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 424 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Camry (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Galaxy 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Ford Toyota
Model Galaxy Camry
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1779 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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